Accounting Cost Controller

Hyperion Materials & Technologies•Urbana, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Cost Controller supports accurate and timely financial reporting by managing cost accounting activities, preparing and posting general ledger entries, and completing key month-end close processes. The role prepares financial statements and supporting schedules, reconciles asset and liability accounts, analyzes manufacturing costs and variances, and provides financial insights that support operational and business decisions. This position is based at Hyperion's Ultra-met manufacturing facility in Urbana, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration.
Knowledge of cost accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures, including GAAP.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, creative-thinking, and customer-service skills.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Expert user in Excel.

Responsibilities

Maintain standard costs for direct labor, indirect costs, work in process, and inventory controls.
Administer and reconcile the fixed asset system.
Calculate and analyze inventory reserves, including monthly work-in-process reserves, quarterly slow-moving inventory reserves, and reserves related to unusual observations.
Analyze manufacturing variances, identify key drivers, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
Execute month-end close activities by preparing, posting, and maintaining recurring and adjusting journal entries.
Prepare accurate financial statements and provide financial analysis to manufacturing and operations teams.
Maintain accurate financial and operational data in the Global Shop Solutions ERP system.
Develop financial data, reports, and presentation materials for board meetings.
Prepare audit schedules and coordinate supporting documentation for the annual financial review.
Administer accounting-related tasks associated with the 401(k) plan.
Create, update, and maintain Global Shop user profiles and access information.
Deliver timely financial insights and identify opportunities to improve performance.
Perform additional accounting support duties as assigned.
Provide backup support for treasury activities.
Support the preparation, analysis, and maintenance of budgets and forecasts.
Provide cross-functional backup for other accounting roles, including the CFO, Accounting Specialist, and Accounting Assistant.